Virtual AZTC Events Archives - Arizona Technology Council

Virtual Tech Speaker Series: Break through to leadership: Continuing the conversation

Break through to leadership: Continuing the conversation – Presented by the Arizona Technology Council’s Tech Inclusion Forum Committee In our session last Spring, we heard powerful stories from women about their paths to leadership. Now we’re continuing that conversation by bringing in perspectives from men, focusing on what their partnership, advocacy and accountability look lik...

Women in the Workforce Presents: The Mechanics of Influence

The Elevate Yourself in 2026 Series, proudly presented by Arizona Technology Council’s Women in the Workforce, Bank of America and Gibson, continues with Part 3: The Mechanics of Influence! In a fast-paced professional environment, being good at your job is only half the battle. The other half is ensuring your ideas are heard, understood, and adopted. This workshop focuses on the mechani...

Virtual Tech Speaker Series: Workforce Innovation in Action: Apprenticeships and AI from Industry Leaders

Join us for an insightful panel discussion featuring leaders from Lucid Motors, Chipotle, and the Maricopa County Workforce Development Board as they explore how Arizona businesses are addressing workforce challenges, embracing emerging technologies, and building talent pipelines for the future. { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "Virtual Tech Speaker Series: Wo...

Virtual Tech Speaker Series: Cyber, Confidence, and the C-Suite: Women Shaping What’s Next

Join us for an engaging and inspiring virtual event featuring Arizona’s most accomplished female cybersecurity leaders. This is your opportunity to hear directly from industry leaders as they share their journeys, insights, and bold perspectives on shaping the future of cybersecurity. What You’ll Experience: { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "Virtua...

Virtual Tech Speaker Series: Break through to leadership: Executives share their stories

Break through to leadership: Executives share their stories – Presented by the Arizona Technology Council’s Tech Inclusion Forum Committee Join us for an inspiring, transparent conversation as industry leaders share their stories and pivotal moments that revealed their leadership potential and the defining milestones that shaped their rise. Through personal stories and candid reflec...

2026 Southern AZ Women in Workforce Presents: Elevate Yourself Part 1

Southern Arizona Women in the Workforce Presents “Elevate Yourself in 2026”. Join us for a four-part series designed to help women in the Arizona tech community grow their skills, navigate modern workplace challenges, and celebrate a decade of community. As companies increasingly use AI to screen candidates, the way we look for jobs is changing. This virtual session provides practi...

Virtual Tech Speaker Series: Risk Management and Mitigation for Non-Clinical AI

Join us for the final session in a four-part Virtual Tech Speaker Series hosted by the Arizona Technology Council’s AI Committee – Risk Management and Mitigation for Non-Clinical AI. As AI becomes embedded in administrative, operational, and workforce-facing tools, healthcare organizations are encountering new forms of risk, often outside the traditional clinical lens. This session ...

Virtual Tech Speaker Series: AI Education and Upskilling for Healthcare Professionals

Join us for the third session in a four-part Virtual Tech Speaker Series hosted by the Arizona Technology Council’s AI Committee – AI Education and Upskilling for Healthcare Professionals. This session explores how healthcare organizations can build the human capacity required to confidently lead, manage, and collaborate with AI systems. As AI tools become embedded across clinical, ...

Virtual Tech Speaker Series: AI Opportunity Identification

Join us for the second session in a four-part Virtual Tech Speaker Series hosted by the Arizona Technology Council’s AI Committee – AI Opportunity Identification – How to recognize high-impact, low-risk cases for AI in operational settings. Discover how healthcare organizations are identifying opportunities to use AI in operational settings that deliver real results without un...

Virtual Tech Speaker Series: Cyber Smarts: Outsmarting Hackers in the Age of AI

In today’s hyperconnected world, cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue—it’s a human issue. This engaging talk explores how modern threats like AI-generated phishing, deepfakes, and smart device vulnerabilities are evolving faster than ever, and why each of us plays a critical role in defense. Through real-world examples, practical tips, and a look at how artificial intelligence is r...

Virtual Tech Speaker Series: Building Scalable, Responsible AI Programs for Healthcare

Join us for the first session in a four-part Virtual Tech Speaker Series hosted by the Arizona Technology Council’s AI Committee. This session offers a practical, behind-the-scenes look at how healthcare organizations of all types — from startups to large systems — are structuring internal programs to support responsible, long-term AI adoption. Hear from our panel of experts as they ...

AI Ecosystem Committee Open Forum – Oct 2025

Join our AI Ecosystem Committee on October 23 for an eye-opening discussion on the U.S.–China race for AI leadership and why it’s critical for America to stay ahead. We’ll break down what AI really is (and isn’t), why it matters to businesses of all sizes and everyday families, the greatest threats to U.S. competitiveness, and practical steps you can take to help ensure America wins the...

Virtual Tech Speaker Series: AI Disruption and the New Rules of Employment

Artificial Intelligence is already transforming the workplace — automating tasks, augmenting decision-making, and reshaping how we collaborate, create, and compete. But what does that mean for your job? In this panel, industry experts will explore how AI is disrupting — and redefining — roles. Whether you’re a student preparing to enter the workforce, a professional wondering how to...

Virtual Tech Speaker Series: The Emerging Quantum Computing Market – a View Through Worldwide Patent Filings

The Arizona Technology Council invites you to join our upcoming Virtual Tech Speaker Series: The Emerging Quantum Computing Market – a View Through Worldwide Patent Filings on Tuesday, June 24 from 3:30-5:00pm. Quantum Computing holds immense promise to exponentially boost computing performance and transform a wide range of fields, such as cryptography, drug discovery, material science, f...

Virtual Tech Speaker Series: Breaking Barriers: Women in Cybersecurity, Mentorship, and the Power of Allyship

The Arizona Technology Council invites you to join our upcoming Virtual Tech Speaker Series: Breaking Barriers: Women in Cybersecurity, Mentorship, and the Power of Allyship on Tuesday, April 29 from 3:30-5:00pm. Register today for an inspirational and engaging look into the career journeys of several women experts making great strides in the cybersecurity space. You’ll hear personal stor...

Virtual Tech Speaker Series: AI Horizons: Exploring the Trends Shaping Our Future

Explore the forefront of artificial intelligence at AI Horizons: Exploring the Trends Shaping Our Future with UAT Provost Dr. David Bolman. This engaging event features a thought-provoking session with one of the leading minds in AI, offering exclusive insights into the latest trends and innovations transforming industries. From the rise of generative AI to ethical considerations and the evolvi...

Virtual Tech Speaker Series: Artificial Intelligence: Ethics, Innovation, and the Future of Responsibility

Join us for an eye-opening discussion on Artificial Intelligence: Ethics, Innovation, and the Future of Responsibility, where leading experts dive into the opportunities and challenges posed by AI’s rapid evolution. From the cutting-edge innovations shaping industries to the ethical dilemmas and societal responsibilities tied to its growth, this panel will tackle the pressing questions th...

Virtual Event: Push to Invent? Intellectual property issues for AI-Generated Inventions and Content

Artificial Intelligence raises many new questions due to its use as a tool for innovation and content creation. This virtual event will discuss some patent and copyright issues raised by AI-assisted invention and creation, including who qualifies as an “inventor” or “author” for enforcement purposes, and early cases highlighting risks in the use of AI-generated material. Key Take-Aways:...

Virtual Event: Protecting Your Online Content: The Basics of Copyright Law and CDMA Take Down Requests for Businesses

PROTECTING YOUR ONLINE CONTENT: Businesses spend thousands of dollars developing online content to market their products and services. What is there to stop a competitor from simply copying that content? The Answer: Copyright Protection. The United States Copyright Office provides detailed instructions that any businessperson can follow to properly register most of the content their business cr...

Virtual Tech Speaker Series: Tech-Driven Retirement Solutions: Exploring the Arizona Technology Council’s 401(k) MEP Program

Join the Arizona Technology Council’s Virtual Tech Speaker Series on October 15 from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM for an exclusive session with Steve Zylstra, President & CEO of the Arizona Technology Council, alongside Michael DiGrazia, CFP, CIMA, Director, Senior Institutional Consultant & Institutional Plan Fiduciary Consultant at Legacy Wealth Management and Thomas Tenney, CFA, CFP®, Senio...

Tech Inclusion Forum | Unlocking the Power of Hybrid Work: Defining Value for Employee Satisfaction and Retention

Tech Inclusion Forum | Unlocking the Power of Hybrid Work: Defining Value for Employee Satisfaction and Retention A hot topic these days is what is the value of the hybrid work model? Some questions that will be posed to the panelists will be: Is hybrid work equitable to all employees or can it cause a divide between remote workers and those in the office? Does hybrid work harm team cohesion a...

Virtual Tech Speaker Series: Update on AI Developments

AI tools continue to grow and expand. ChatGPT, Gemini, CoPilot, Sora, Firefly and a growing list of others present businesses and individuals with abilities to work faster and make better use of data, knowledge and patterns that are a part of the Internet, our behaviors and business practices. These are new tools whose tech and implications are not completely understood. Join this panel of expe...

Virtual Tech Speaker Series: Exploring the Future of Arizona’s Aerospace Industry

Join the Arizona Technology Council on Tuesday, March 26, to explore the thriving aerospace industry in Arizona. While Arizona has been a leader in legacy industries like aerospace and defense, it is also at the forefront of breakthrough industries like clean energy. This event will showcase the state’s rich history in aerospace, with giants like Boeing, Honeywell, and Raytheon having a stro...

Virtual Tech Speaker Series: Why Good Ideas Fail: Holistic Considerations for Creating Successful R&D Efforts

Join our next exciting Virtual Tech Speaker Series where Jes Rivas, Executive Vice President of ILLUME Advising, will challenge conventional R&D approaches by emphasizing the pivotal role market and human factors and technical prowess can play in the process.

Optics Valley Technical Series: New Space-Commercial Satellite Communication

The satellite communication market is poised for exponential growth and represents a major new opportunity for optical communications, primarily for low Earth orbit (LEO) connections between satellites. The driving forces underpinning this growth include decreased hardware and launch costs, large investments originating from the private sector, and the growing demand to cover underserved areas....

Arizona Technology Council Law & Technology Committee: Data Privacy Legal Update

Join us for an important Arizona Technology Council Law & Technology Committee Update! The Arizona Technology Council (AZTC) has been focused on the speed and breath of advancements in technology while not forgetting the legal challenges and implications to businesses and entrepreneurs. The AZTC Law & Technology Committee has that as their focus. This upcoming event will bring yo...

Virtual Tech Speaker Series: Ask the Pros: How to Power Up Your Technology Marketing

Whether you’re steering a small startup or an established company, our panel of seasoned marketing experts will dive into ways to elevate your marketing strategies to new heights and achieve better results. Discovering Your Customers: Learn tried-and-true methods for identifying target audiences and tailoring marketing to effectively speak to them. Translating Complex Concepts: Hear how to s...

Virtual Tech Speaker Series: Generative AI and Intellectual Property

Generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT, Mubert and Dall-E 2, have emerged as ways to quickly create words, audio, sources and images for people and organizations. During 2023, opportunities offered by generative AI has captured the attention of people, organizations and governments. Generative AI also raises a new question: What are the rights for permission, acknowledgement and compensation for ...

Virtual MedTech Event: AZ MedTech Insights for Foreign Based Companies

The Arizona Tech Council MedTech Committee and the Arizona Commerce Authority are hosting a virtual informational session to provide insights on launching a MedTech Company in the Valley of the Sun. The focus of this event will also address unique challenges faced by foreign-based companies wanting to establish their business in Arizona. Our Speakers: Rebecca Clyde, Co-Founder & CEO, Botco...

Optics Valley Technical Series: High Power and High Energy Fiber Lasers for Doppler LiDAR and Sensing

Dr. Mehmetcan Akbulut, Director at NP Photonics Inc., will deliver this technical presentation on “High Power and High Energy Fiber Lasers for Doppler LiDAR and Sensing”. In this technical presentation, Dr. Akbulut will describe the latest developments and products for the single-frequency, transform-limited laser market. Potential applications such as coherent Doppler LiDAR, fiber sensing,...

Virtual Tech Speaker Series: NextGen IT

The Council will be presenting a new and innovative program benefitting Arizona’s local information technology (IT) community. This proven program called NextGen IT, which stems from a partnership between Arizona State University/AZNext, the U.S. Department of Labor, Tekletics and Impact Technology, focuses on: • Creating/retaining IT jobs in Arizona/the U.S. • Getting U.S. IT delivery a...

Virtual Tech Speaker Series: Get to know AVC

Arizona has a vibrant start-up ecosystem. And AVC is proud to be a part of it. We invest in early-stage technology startups across enterprise, consumer, and bio-health tech—all while helping catalyze access to equity capital for underserved founders and communities in Arizona. AVC is a new venture capital investor in Arizona with a mission to catalyze growth in early-stage venture capital in...

Virtual Tech Speaker Series: Arizona Women in Cybersecurity

The Arizona Technology Council invites you to join our upcoming Virtual Tech Speaker Series on Arizona Women in Cybersecurity on Tuesday, February 28 from 3:30-5:00pm. Register today for an inspirational and engaging look into the career journeys of several women experts making great strides in the cybersecurity space. You’ll hear personal stories of how women are transforming the indust...

Virtual Tech Speaker Series: The Future of Solar in Arizona

At this Tech Talk, two Arizona businesses banking on the future of solar will discuss the trends and innovations in PV (photovoltaic) panel manufacturing. We’ll also dive into the Inflation Reduction Act to learn about the policy shaping future opportunities. How is the manufacturing of PV panels evolving? What are the different applications for solar? The Inflation Reduction Act calls for ...

Virtual Tech Speaker Series: Future of Hypersonics

The University of Arizona is a national leader in hypersonics research with wind tunnels that can test to Mach 5. But on an international scale, the U.S. lags behind China. At this Tech Talk you’ll learn about UArizona’s unique capabilities, facilities, and material science research advancing hypersonics development. To support growth and leadership in this field, UArizona is also leading...

Virtual Tech Speaker Series | Benefits 101: How the Council’s Benefits Packages Can Help You Hire & Retain Tech Talent

In today’s job market, small businesses are struggling to hire and retain top technology talent, especially since their larger competitors can offer more robust compensation and benefits packages. So, how can small businesses, the backbone of our economy, gain the upper hand when it comes to offering comprehensive benefits? Join the Arizona Technology Council virtually on Tuesday, September ...

2022 Cybersecurity Summit, Presented by the Arizona Commerce Authority, ACTRA, and the Arizona Technology Council

The Arizona Technology Council, Arizona Commerce Authority and Arizona Cyber Threat Response Alliance (ACTRA) are excited to host the ninth annual Cybersecurity Summit on Thursday, May 12, 2022. The Cybersecurity Summit provides an opportunity for government and business leaders to learn about the threats, vulnerabilities and consequences related to data security and p...